Welder​/Fabricator

Responsibilities / Tasks

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

• Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
• Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
• Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
• Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
• Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
• Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
• Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

• Advanced Welding:
  Perform complex welds on materials like stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel.
• Fabrication:
  Construct metal components and structures following detailed blueprints and technical drawings.
• Equipment Operation:
  Operate and maintain advanced welding equipment and plasma cutters.
• Quality Assurance:
  Inspect welds and fabricated parts to ensure they meet specifications and resolve any defects.
• Project Management:
  Prioritize and manage tasks to meet deadlines, maintaining both quality and efficiency.

Core skills needed to perform the job effectively from day one:

• Strong TIG (GTAW) welding, especially on stainless steel, 3-5 years experience preferred
• Ability to weld in all positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead)
• Experience with stainless steel fabrication, including heat control and contamination prevention
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, weld symbols, and tolerances
• Solid fit-up and fabrication skills (measuring, cutting, grinding, assembling)
• Understanding of weld quality standards and ability to produce consistent, clean welds
• Knowledge of shop safety practices and PPE
• Reliable work ethic with ability to meet production expectations

Additional skills that enhance value but aren’t required:

• Sanitary/food-grade welding and knowledge of hygienic standards (e.g., 3-A)
• AWS certifications or prior weld test qualifications
• Advanced skills like orbital welding or thin-gauge stainless work
• Basic familiarity with NDT methods (RT, PT, VT)
• Experience using advanced fabrication equipment (CNC, press brakes, rollers)
• Ability to troubleshoot, assist with layout, or work from limited drawings
• Exposure to lean manufacturing environments focused on…